From Tehran’s walls to the world: Iran’s visual propaganda as an art of war (2/2)
Summary
Iran uses large state-supported posters and murals in Tehran as part of its conflict with the United States. These visual messages, some shared internationally, show strong anti-US and anti-Israel themes and aim to communicate Iran’s official views both to its people and other countries.Key Facts
- Large murals and billboards in Tehran display anti-US and anti-Israel messages.
- One notable image shows President Donald Trump with his mouth sewn shut, symbolizing silencing Washington.
- The murals reference important locations like the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route.
- Iran restricts public internet access and carefully controls what journalists can report, especially during conflict periods.
- Some propaganda posters are officially released and spread by Iranian news agencies and international media.
- Images include religious and political leaders, showing a link between Iran’s leadership and the ongoing war.
- These visuals aim to influence both Iranian citizens and foreign audiences.
- The use of murals continues a long history of visual propaganda in Iran dating back to the Islamic Revolution.
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